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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1939. A migrant family living in a rural shack community on outskirts of town
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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1939. A migrant family living in a rural shack community on outskirts of town
MIGRANT FAMILY, 1939.
A migrant family living in a rural shack community on outskirts of town, Near Klamath Falls, Oregon. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, September 1939
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1939 Children Dorothea Family Great Depression Lange Migrant Worker New Deal Northwest Oregon Poverty Rural September Shack Wooden Working Class
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of a migrant family living on the outskirts of town during the Great Depression. Taken in 1939 by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, this image showcases the struggles faced by working-class families in rural communities. The scene depicts a wooden shack, barely standing amidst a desolate landscape near Klamath Falls, Oregon. The worn-out exterior tells a story of poverty and hardship endured by this family. Inside the frame, we see a mother and father with their children, symbolizing resilience in the face of adversity. Lange's lens beautifully captures the essence of this era marked by economic turmoil. Through her lens, she brings attention to social issues such as migration and poverty that were prevalent during those times. This photograph is part of Lange's larger body of work commissioned under President Roosevelt's New Deal program to document American life during these challenging years. As we gaze upon this print from Granger Art on Demand, it serves as a reminder not only of our history but also highlights how far we have come in terms of social progress. It prompts us to reflect on our responsibility towards creating an inclusive society where no family has to endure such hardships again.
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